20th Century Living Room Sets

Gae Aulenti; three-seater; Arcata; Poltronova; Italian Design; Italy; 1968; walnut; burgundy leather; Mid-Century Modern; Three-Seater 'Arcata' by Gae Aulenti, walnut and burgundy...

Original Art Nouveau salon, circa 1900 in beech. Composed of a bench, 2 armchairs and 3 chairs. Old repairs, reflowings, some gaps worn fabric. Good ...

Mid-Century Soriana Seating Set by Tobia & Afra Scarpa for Cassina, 1970s

We are delighted to offer this stunning vintage Oxblood leather Chesterfield Club Sofa which is part of a suite This sofa is part of a suite as mentioned, I have the matching pair if armchairs...

An Italian living room suite from the 1920s comprising a sofa, a pair of armchairs and a pair of ottomans. From the early Art Deco period of Northern Italy, in walnut and ivory velve...

Introducing an impressive French modernist living room set from the 1950s, featuring a versatile three-seater sofa that converts into a day bed, accompanied by two lounge chairs. Bot...

Beautiful and rare pair of lounge chairs edited by Grosfillex Designer Albert Jacob: Lounge chair (Seat height 38 cm) in ABS with cushions in brown woven ...

Armchairs, rosewood, Brazilian design, European execution, 1960s. The sofa set is still in the original upholstery fabric. Altogether a very good condition. This settee is execute...

Four-legged structure made of solid beechwood, brown-stained; stool with applied textile added at a later date; professionally restored; signs of age and use; on the underside compan...

This living room set model modular sofa was designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. This set was completely re -upholstered in high premium cognac Natural leather. It has a soft...

Set composed of a sofa and two armchairs covered with a light brown fabric bouclette. Parallelepipedic wooden legs and full straight armrests. Dimensions sofa : H. back : 86 cm ;...

This is a classic original corner suite consisting of a three seat sofa, and a two seat sofa with matching corner two tier table. All produced in finest q...

sofa height cm.88,width cm.140, depth cm.80, seat height cm.40.

Italian Country Living Room Set in Solid Oak with new Bouclé Upholstery, 1970s Beautiful set in country style, consisting of 2 lounge armchairs with two matching ottomans, which can...

We are delighted to offer for sale this exquisite 1920s Art Deco suite, a stunning representation of vintage elegance, meticulously restored to its former glory. The centerpiece sui...

This beautifully Rare five-strand "Reverse Pretzel" rattan living room set includes one lounge chair and a matching five-seat sofa. Each seat features rounded five-strand "Reverse Pr...

Stunning 6 band bamboo 4-piece sectional. Art Deco style, bamboo in amazing original condition, recently reupholstered reversible loose cushions, extreme...

Cornaro two-seater sofa, designed by Carlo Scarpa and manufactured by Studio Simon in 1974. Made of Iroko wood, foam, and azure chenille velvet. Excellent vintage condition. Born in Venice on June 2nd, 1906, Carlo Scarpa began working very early. Only a year after he had first qualified as an architect in 1926, he began working for the Murano glassmakers Cappellin & Co. in a consultative capacity; from 1927, he began to experiment with the Murano glass, and this research not only gave him excellent results here but would also inform his progress for many years to come. Between 1935 and 1937, as he entered his thirties, Carlo Scarpa accepted his first important commission, the renovation of Venice’s Cà Foscari. He adapted the spaces of this stately University building which stands on the banks of the Grand Canal, creating rooms for the Dean’s offices and a new hall for academic ceremonies; Mario Sironi and Mario De Luigi were charged with doing the restoration work on the frescos. After 1945, Carlo Scarpa was constantly busy with new commissions, including various furnishings and designs for the renovation of Venice’s Hotel Bauer and designing a tall building in Padua and a residential area in Feltre, all worth mentioning. One of his key works, despite its relatively modest diminished proportions, was the first of many works which were to follow in the nineteen fifties: the [bookshop known as the] Padiglione del Libro, which stands in Venice’s Giardini di Castello and shows clearly Scarpa’s passion for the works of Frank Lloyd Wright. In the years which were to follow, after he had met the American architect, Scarpa repeated similar experiments on other occasions, as can be seen, in particular, in the sketches he drew up in 1953 for villa Zoppas in Conegliano, which show some of his most promising work. However, this work unfortunately never came to fruition. Carlo Scarpa later created three museum layouts to prove pivotal in how twentieth-century museums were set up from then on. Between 1955 and 1957, he completed extension work on Treviso’s Gipsoteca Canoviana [the museum that houses Canova’s sculptures] in Possagno, taking a similar experimental approach to the one he used for the Venezuelan Pavilion at [Venice’s] Giardini di Castello which he was building at the same time (1954-56). In Possagno Carlo Scarpa was to create one of his most incredible ever works, which inevitably bears comparison with two other museum layouts that he was working on over the same period, those of the Galleria Nazionale di Sicilia, housed in the Palazzo Abatellis in Palermo (1953-55) and at the Castelvecchio in Verona (1957- 1974), all of which were highly acclaimed, adding to his growing fame. Two other buildings, which are beautifully arranged in spatial terms, can be added to this long list of key works that were started and, in some cases, even completed during the nineteen fifties. After winning the Olivetti Award for architecture in 1956, Scarpa began work in Venice’s Piazza San Marco on an area destined to house products made by the Industrial manufacturers Ivrea. Over the same period (1959-1963), he also worked on renovating and restoring the gardens and ground floor of the Fondazione Querini Stampalia in Venice, which many consider one of his greatest works. While he worked on-site at the Fondazione Querini Stampalia, Carlo Scarpa also began building a villa in Udine for the Veritti family. To shed some light on how much his work evolved over the years, it may be useful to compare this work with that of his very last building, villa Ottolenghi Bardolino, which was near completion at the time of his sudden death in 1978. Upon completion of villa Veritti over the next ten years, without ever letting up on his work on renovation and layouts, Scarpa accepted some highly challenging commissions which were to make the most of his formal skills, working on the Carlo Felice Theatre in Genoa as well as another theatre in Vicenza. Towards the end of this decade, in 1969, Rina Brion commissioned Carlo Scarpa to build the Brion Mausoleum in San Vito d’Altivole (Treviso), a piece he continued to work on right up until the moment of his death. Nevertheless, even though he was totally absorbed by work on this mausoleum, plenty of other episodes can offer some insight into the final years of his career. As work on the San Vito d’Altivole Mausoleum began to lessen in 1973, Carlo Scarpa started building the new headquarters for the Banca Popolare di Verona. He drew up plans that were surprisingly different from the work he carried out simultaneously on the villa Ottolenghi. However, the plans Carlo Scarpa drew up, at different times, for a monument in Brescia’s Piazza della Loggia commemorating victims of the terrorist attack on May 28th, 1974, make a sharp contrast to the work he carried out in Verona, almost as if there is a certain hesitation after so many mannered excesses. The same Pietas that informs his designs for the Piazza Della Loggia can also be seen in the presence of the water that flows through the Brion Mausoleum, almost as if to give a concrete manifestation of pity in this twentieth-century work of art. Carlo Scarpa has put together a highly sophisticated collection of structures occupying the mausoleum’s L-shaped space stretching across both sides of the old San Vito d’Altivole cemetery. A myriad of different forms and an equally large number of different pieces, all of which are separate and yet inextricably linked to form a chain that seems to offer no promise of continuity, arising out of these are those whose only justification for being there is to bear the warning “si vis vitam, para mortem,” [if you wish to experience life prepare for death] as if to tell a tale that suggests the circle of time, joining together the commemoration of the dead with a celebration of life. At the entrance of the Brion Mausoleum stand the “propylaea,” followed by a cloister that ends by a small chapel, with an arcosolium bearing the family sarcophagi, the central pavilion, held in place on broken cast iron supports, stands over a mirror-shaped stretch of water and occupies one end of the family’s burial space. The musical sound of the walkways, teamed with the luminosity of these harmoniously blended spaces, shows how, in keeping with his strong sense of vision, Carlo Scarpa could make the most of all his many skills to come up with this truly magnificent space. As well as an outstanding commitment to architectural work, with the many projects we have already seen punctuating his career, Carlo Scarpa also made many equally important forays into the world of applied arts. Between 1926 and 1931, he worked for the Murano glassmakers Cappellin, later taking what he had learned with him when he went to work for the glassmakers Venini from 1933 until the 1950s. The story of how he came to work on furniture design is different, however, and began with the furniture he designed to replace lost furnishings during his renovation of Cà Foscari. The later mass-produced furniture started differently, given that many pieces were originally one-off designs “made to measure.” Industrial manufacturing using these designs as prototypes came into being thanks to the continuity afforded him by Dino Gavina, who, as well as this, also invited Carlo Scarpa to become president of the company Gavina SpA, later to become SIMON, a company Gavina founded eight years on, in partnership with Maria Simoncini (whose own name accounts for the choice of company name). Carlo Scarpa and Gavina forged a strong bond in 1968 as they began to put various models of his into production for Simon, such as the “Doge” table, which also formed the basis for the “Sarpi” and “Florian” tables. In the early seventies, other tables that followed included “Valmarana,” “Quatour,” and “Orseolo.” While in 1974, they added a couch and armchair, “Cornaro,” to the collection and the “Toledo” bed...

Joaquim Tenreiro (1906-1992) is known as the “father” of Brazilian modernism, being one of the pioneers, with a work that reflects a refined coexistence of traditional values and mod...

"Anfibio" sofa bed designed by Alessandro Becchi for Giovannetti Collezioni in 1970 in original Leather . The sofa can be unfolded or opened flat revealing its luxuriously soft sheep...

This absolute unique and gorgeous modular sectional sofa from the 70ties is manufactured by LÜBKE & ROLF from Rheda in Germany ( later was the Name LÜBKE KG). From the same family...

Rare lot of four chairs, probably a drawing by eugenia alberti reggio and rinaldo scaioli, originals from the 1960s made of curved plywood on a metal frame with joints between the...

This De Sede lounge chair and ottoman set, model S802SC, crafted in Switzerland around 1960, embodies luxurious comfort with a sleek modern design. The pieces are upholstered in rich...

This incredible set was purchased new in Glasgow, Scotland in 1970. We acquired from the original owners who kept them in pristine condition. Designed by K.M. Wilkins for G-Plan of England, this line is appropriately named the "Tulip Group". Wilkins also designed the the well known Housemaster Chair...

Set of four Italian design chairs from the 1960s, elegant production, made of wood, probably walnut, with bottle green skay upholstery they measure 100 cm in height, 45 cm in widt...

This set of three Italian armchairs was designed in the 1950s. The design is by Melchiorre Bega. What is special about the set is that all three chairs have a different design but st...

Exceptional Saratoga set designed by Massimo and Lella Vignella, produced by Poltronova, Italy 1960s. A beautiful living room set composed of two sofas (three-seater/four-seater), a ...

Complete living room with a pair of armchairs and a three-seater sofa, Scandinavian production of the 1960s. Structure in maple wood with seat, backrest and armrests in fabric, details and joints in brass. In excellent condition. Dimensions: sofa w 160 x d 80 x h 75 – seat h 43 cm armchairs d 80 x h 75 x w 70 – seat...

Spanish cushioned sofa upholstered in blue leather, removable ties at corners secured to mounted finials allowing the sofa ends to drop, resting on bu...

Mid-Century Modern French armchair with original velvet fabric by Gérard Guermonprez, 1970s. Wear consistent with age and use (see photos attached). This armchair can become a set ...

We are delighted to offer for sale this exquisite pair of RRP £30,300 Ralph Lauren Aran Isles sofa and armchair suite upholstered in Scottish w...

Newly upholstered. Wooden parts have been refurbished. The dimensions of the sofa: Height 76cm, seat height 46cm, width 153cm, depth 69cm. The dimensions of the chair: Height 76cm...

Vintage Danish Velvet Lounge Chairs, 1940s. Set of 2. Pair of vintage Art Deco curved arm chairs upholstered in golden yellow velvet made by Danish ...

Exceptional matching Camaleonda set in its original coral corduroy. Designed by Mario Bellini for B & B Italia. The “Camaleonda” sofa is Mario Bellini’s contemporary classic. The pl...

Rare two-seat sofa and easy chair model DS-47 designed by design team at De Sede. Produced by De Sede in Switzerland.

We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning very rare handmade in England fully restored Bordeaux leather Gentleman's club suite with hand turned legs ...

Set of 6 American Art Deco wicker salon / living room set painted green & yellow with an arch form back & open weave trim (sofa, 2 armchairs, rocker, recamier, coffee table)

Mid-Century Modern Italian three-seat flamingo pink velvet "Coronado" sofa by Tobia Scarpa for B&B. Project from 1960s The sofa can come as a living room set together with its pair ...

Single pillow made of antique hand silk embroidery Suzani textile, beautiful vine and flowers motifs. Fresh quality insert, silk backing. Some missing embroidery due to age and oxidi...

A remarkable living room set comprising French Art Deco lounge or club chairs, accompanied by a Sofa or Settee. These pieces of furniture effortlessly encapsulate the essence of the ...

Livin room set Minimal industrial design of 1950 French perforated black metal scratched. Measures: Width cm.69, depth cm.53.

Dining or center table, marble, Italy, 1960s This exceptional dining table, crafted in Italy during the 1960s or 1970s, is a testament to the era's dedication to pure, timeless desi...

Living room setdesigned by Ole Wanscher and made by AJ Iversen in the 1960 comprised of sofa and armchair. Upholstered in a green wool and with rosewood frames. Measures: Sofa: H. ...

This living room set is a typical example of furniture design of the 1970/1980´s in the former Czechoslovakia. The furniture is very comfortable. It consists of one sofa and two arm...

Rare and extraordinarily well-built Tommi Parzinger Sofa. This sofa was acquired from the original owners in south Florida who were friends of Tommi Pa...

This pair of easy chairs exudes quality and personality from all angles. The basic Scandinavian furniture design principles are all present, with a functional, simple base at the cor...

Kaare Klint freestanding three-seat sofa on eight-legged, profiled mahogany cross-frame. Sides, seat and back upholstered with patinated red leather. Model 4118. Executed by Rud. Ras...

Single pillow made of antique hand silk embroidery Suzani textile, beautiful vine and flowers motifs. Fresh quality insert, fine cotton backing. Some missing embroidery due to age an...

This beautifully restored Paul Frankl-inspired rattan blends vintage charm with modern comfort. Rare "Double Horseshoe" arm rattan 2 seater sectional loveseat with a single large 2-t...

Sesann two-seater sofa, designed by Gianfranco Frattini in 1970 and produced by the Italian manufacturer Cassina. It features wool bouclé upholstery and a chrome tubular cage as s...

Cassina presented the Sesann system by Gianfranco Frattini in 1970. The project included an armchair, a two-seater, a three-seater sofa, and a coffee table. Its standout feature is a...

Paul T. Frankl Styled Six-strand square 3/4 pretzel sofa and matching armchairs living room set featuring a 4-seat sofa, a settee, 2 lounge chairs, 1 stacked ottoman, and two matchin...

Single pillow made of antique hand silk embroidery Suzani textile, beautiful vine and flowers motifs. Fresh quality insert, fine cotton backing. Some missing embroidery due to age an...

Finely crafted in contemporary lines with square frames and high arms. The backs, inside arms, and seats button tufted in off-white linen like upholstery. The arms with large brass nail head trim. Raised on gray painted turned front legs and square splayed back legs. Along with four toss pillows...

Superb and exclusive pair of two seat Mohair Velvet 'CALIFORNIA' sofas freshly reupholstered with Italian luxury Mohair Velvet fabric from Dedar Milano with inset stainless steel bases by Parisian high society designer Jacques Charpentier. This plush mohair pile...

Living Room Set In Curved Bamboo Cane And Metal, Attributable To Franco Albini Product Details Includes a coffee table and a pair of armchairs. Coffee Table Dimensions: 56 W x 58 H x...

Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” sofa for B&B Italia, Mongolian faux-fur, Italy, 1971, set of two. This is a timeless Postmodern design icon. The starting point was a shopping bag contain...

This beautifully restored Paul Frankl-inspired rattan blends style and vintage charm with modern comfort. This living room set features a lounge chair and settee, each with three-str...